As the Iran conflict wanes, analysts say Pyongyang is trying to gain support from Russia and China to pre-empt denuclearisation pressure.

North Korea's statement came after a trilateral meeting between South Korea, Japan and the United States in Tokyo, at which the allies reaffirmed their commitment to the "complete…

North Korea said on Sunday that its status as a nuclear weapons state is “irreversible” and essential to regional stability, rejecting renewed calls by the United States and its…

North Korea rejected renewed international denuclearization calls, saying its nuclear status is permanent and warning of military countermeasures.

As the Iran conflict wanes, analysts say Pyongyang is trying to gain support from Russia and China to pre-empt denuclearisation pressure.